Serif Normal Modiy 9 is a bold, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, formal, assertive, classical, dramatic, authority, readability, editorial tone, classic polish, display impact, bracketed, flared, sculpted, crisp, weighty.
A weighty serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sharp, bracketed serifs that flare into the stems. The letterforms are generously proportioned with broad bowls and a steady, upright rhythm, giving lines of text a strong horizontal presence. Curves are smooth and full, terminals are crisp, and joins feel carved rather than mechanical, producing a refined, high-contrast texture in paragraphs and a commanding silhouette in display sizes.
Well-suited to headlines, magazine typography, and book-cover titling where strong contrast and sturdy serifs can carry personality. It can also work for branding and packaging that aims for a classic, premium feel, and for short text passages where a bold serif texture is desirable.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, with a confident, slightly dramatic voice. Its high-contrast modeling and sturdy serifs suggest authority and gravitas, while the wide, open shapes keep it readable and composed rather than ornate.
The design appears intended as a conventional, classic serif with a heightened contrast and robust color, optimized to look authoritative and polished in display and editorial contexts. Its broad proportions and crisp detailing suggest an emphasis on presence, clarity, and traditional typographic polish.
Counters are ample and the spacing reads intentionally roomy, helping the dense weight avoid clogging at larger settings. Numerals and capitals share the same emphatic, sculpted treatment, creating a cohesive, classic look across headlines and short text blocks.